What Anticipatory Guidance Would You Give to the Parents of a Bipolar

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Multiple Choice

What anticipatory guidance would you give to the parents of a bipolar child?

• A) Insomnia is a concern, so medication should be given prior to late afternoon.
• B) Be prepared to call for immediate assistance in the event of extreme behaviors and mood swings.
• C) The child may be high functioning, but will require more guidance than those children with classic learning disabilities.
• D) Preventing self-destructive behaviors and preventing the child from wandering off or becoming lost is paramount.

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